Accreditations for students

Starting September, film students wishing to attend the festival (Oct. 7-18) can apply for an accreditation through their personal MyFFG profile on our website. The deadline for the accreditation application is 2 October 2026.

Rate

35 euro

As a film and film music student of KASK, LUCA School of Arts C-mine, LUCA School of Arts Narafi, LUCA School of Arts Sint-Lukas, RITCS, ARTS2 Mons, CSNMD Lyon, Royal Conservatory of Brussels (composition, orientation film music) and Royal Conservatoire Antwerp (electives screen scoring) you can apply for an accreditation for Film Fest Gent.

This accreditation grants you access to:

  • the press previews from Tuesday, October 6 to Saturday, October 17, based on availability
  • a small selection of public performances, based on availability. We will announce the selection just before the start and during the festival. One day before the start of the screening, you can reserve one free ticket per film online through MyFFG or at P&I Office.
  • the Press & Industry Office at Kinepolis
  • the online VOD library with a selection of festival films
  • the press & industry events such as the film and film music master classes and panels

How to apply for your student accreditation?

Starting September, you can apply for accreditation through your personal MyFFG profile.

! Choose for a 'professional' account when creating a MyFFG-profile !

As soon as your application has been approved, you will receive a confirmation which you can use to collect your accreditation pass from Tuesday 6 October 2026 at the Press & Industry Office, open from 8.30 a.m. to 7 p.m., at Kinepolis Gent (Ter Platen 12).

Applications after the deadline of October will not be processed.

  • How to apply for your student accreditation?

    From 14 September until 2 October, you can apply for a student accreditation through your personal MyFFG profile.

    You must be enrolled in a program at a recognized Flemish film school or in a film music program, and you will need to provide a valid student ID number or proof of enrollment. We only accept students from KASK, LUCA School of Arts C-mine, LUCA School of Arts Narafi, LUCA School of Arts Sint-Lukas, RITCS, ARTS2 Mons, CSNMD Lyon, Royal Conservatoire of Brussels (Composition, Film Music specialization), and Royal Conservatoire Antwerp (Composition, Screen Scoring elective).

    Important: When creating your MyFFG profile, be sure to select a "Professional" account.

  • How do I use my pass to access press screenings and industry events?

    You can find the full schedule of press screenings and industry events on the programme page and calendar on the website. No reservation is required—simply present your pass at the entrance to gain access. Priority admission is given to members of the press and film industry professionals.